Bayern Munich vs Mainz 05 Match Preview: Predictions, Team News, and Lineups
As Bayern Munich prepares to face Mainz 05 this Sunday at the Allianz Arena, the match presents a contrasting atmosphere for both teams. Bayern, the dominant leaders of the Bundesliga, come into this game on a winning streak. Meanwhile, Mainz finds itself in dire straits, struggling at the bottom of the league table.
Bayern Munich’s Recent Performance
Bayern Munich is currently enjoying a four-match winning streak. They recently dismantled Stuttgart with a 5-0 victory, reinforcing their attacking prowess. Last Tuesday, they secured a 3-1 win against Sporting Lisbon in the Champions League. This victory marks the seventh time in ten games where Bayern has scored three or more goals.
Key Statistics
- League Position: Bayern Munich sits eight points clear at the top of the Bundesliga.
- Recent Matches: Four consecutive wins in the league.
- Goals Scored: 14 goals in their last four matches.
Mainz 05’s Struggles
Mainz 05 recently appointed Urs Fischer as head coach, yet they continue to struggle, having not won a game since early November. They currently hold the last position in the Bundesliga, six points adrift from safety. This disappointing run included nine defeats in 13 matches, leading to manager Bo Henriksen’s departure.
Recent Form
- League Position: Mainz 05 is last in the Bundesliga.
- League Wins: Only one win in the current season.
- Scoreless Games: They ended a three-match scoreless streak with a 1-1 draw against Lech Poznan.
Injury and Team News
For Bayern Munich, Colombian forward Luis Diaz is suspended, while Jamal Musiala is recovering from a calf injury and is expected back in January. Additionally, French defender Sacha Boey may miss the match due to injury.
Mainz faces several challenges, including injuries and suspensions. Defender Anthony Caci is sidelined with a thigh issue, and Maxim Dal is ruled out with a knee injury. Goalkeeper Robin Zentner has missed the last three matches due to a groin problem.
Possible Lineups
| Bayern Munich | Mainz 05 |
|---|---|
| Manuel Neuer | Julius Batz |
| Konrad Laimer | Hanche-Olsen |
| Matthijs de Ligt | Maloney |
| Kim Min-jae | Leitsch |
| Joshua Kimmich | Da Costa |
| Leon Goretzka | Sano |
| Serge Gnabry | Amiri |
| Harry Kane | Weiper |
Match Prediction
Given the current form of both teams, Bayern Munich is heavily favored to win. A scoreline of 4-0 is anticipated as Mainz struggles to cope with Bayern’s formidable attacking strength.
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